Day: June 23, 2025
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A conversation with Dr. Steven Stack, Kentucky’s new health cabinet secretary
By Sarah Ladd Kentucky Lantern Dr. Steven Stack says Kentucky, which already struggles with poor health, is “on the cusp of having a significant backslide” if the federal government cuts...
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Dr. John Langefeld to become new commissioner of the Kentucky Department for Public Health on July 1
Kentucky Health News Gov. Andy Beshear announced Tuesday, June 17, that Dr. John Langefeld will become the new commissioner of the Kentucky Department for Public Health on July 1. Langefeld...
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Harmful algal bloom confirmed on Herrington Lake, people urged to limit exposure where it’s present
Kentucky Health News The Kentucky Energy and Environment Cabinet is warning people to limit exposure to the water in certain areas of Herrington Lake that are experiencing a harmful algal...
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Researchers call for a broader campaign to stop youth vaping that includes both health risks and underlying motives for use
By Adriana Espinosa and Lesia M. Ruglas The Conversation Tobacco use in a variety of forms is common in adolescent life today, with more than 2.25 million youth using tobacco...
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Tips on skin cancer prevention, water safety and heat protection
By Melissa Patrick Kentucky Health News With the first official day of summer behind us, it’s time to think about how to stay safe from some of the health risks...